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OUR HISTORY

Who We Are (AfriCHAN)

The African Centre for Health and Nutrition (AfriCHAN) is a non-governmental organization dedicated to improving health, nutrition, and community well-being across Uganda and the African continent. We work with families, communities, district health systems, research institutions, and development partners to create lasting solutions that strengthen health outcomes and reduce malnutrition, especially among the most vulnerable populations.

Founded in Eastern Uganda, AfriCHAN combines research, innovation, and community-driven action to empower communities and build stronger, healthier generations.

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Our Approach

AfriCHAN integrates research and implementation to achieve real change. Our model combines data-driven insights with community engagement — ensuring that solutions are practical, inclusive, and lasting.

HEALTH 45%
NUTRITION 76%

OUR PARTNERSHIPS

AfriCHAN collaborates with:

  • District Local Governments
  • Health Facilities
  • Makerere University
  • NGOs and CBOs
  • Community Leaders
  • Academic institutions
  • International development partners
Our partnerships help scale interventions, share knowledge, and reach more people.

OUR TEAM

AfriCHAN is led by a team of professionals in:

  • Public Health
  • Nutrition
  • Research
  • Community Development
  • Health Systems Strengthening
  • Monitoring & Evaluation
    • Our staff and volunteers bring passion, expertise, and commitment to improving lives.

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OUR VISION

A healthy, well-nourished, and empowered African population with equal access to quality health and nutrition services.

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OUR MISSION

To advance evidence-based health and nutrition interventions through
research, training, and service delivery that empower communities and strengthen
health systems

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The Staff

  • Rob Thomson
  • Kabasa Jonathan
  • Andy Garcia
ABOUT US

OUR COMMITMENT

We are committed to:

  • Delivering high-quality programs
  • Ensuring transparency in all operations
  • Building strong partnerships
  • Reaching underserved communities
  • Advocating for better health & nutrition policies
  • Driving innovation within community health systems

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WHY WE EXIST

Millions of children and mothers across Africa still lack access to basic health and nutrition support. Community health systems remain under-resourced, and many families face challenges such as:

  • Malnutrition
  • Poor sanitation
  • Limited health services
  • Food insecurity
  • Limited access to credible information
AfriCHAN exists to bridge these gaps by offering support, education, and sustainable solutions that uplift entire communities.

OUR IMPACT

Through our programs, AfriCHAN has:

  • Conducted outreach serving thousands of children and mothers
  • Trained hundreds of health workers and VHTs
  • Strengthened health systems in multiple districts
  • Launched innovative research projects
  • Improved nutrition practices within households
  • Supported women, youth, and vulnerable families
  • Enhanced district data reporting and planning
We continue to grow and expand our reach across regions.

OUR APPROACH

Evidence-Based

All our work is guided by research and data.

Community-Led

Communities identify their needs; we support solutions.

Holistic

We address health, nutrition, education, and systems together.

Sustainable

We build capacity so communities continue thriving long-term.